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The musician who leads the annual event cancelled it because of the move to put President Donald Trump’s name on the center without approval from Congress.An annual Christmas Eve jazz concert at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington was cancelled because the center’s Donald Trump-appointed board added the president's name to the building last week.

Xmas Eve blues: Kennedy Center jazz show cancelled over Trump renaming

A woman who once starred in Broadway's "The Lion King" as a child was killed in a stabbing over the weekend, New Jersey officials said.Edison police officers were called to a home on Sunday morning over reports of a stabbing where they discovered 26-year-old Imani Dia Smith, the Middlesex County Prosecutor's Office said in a statement on Tuesday.

Woman who starred in ‘Lion King’ on Broadway as a child is killed in stabbing, officials say

King Charles preaches spiritual unity in Christmas messageKing Charles delivered a Christmas message urging unity and referencing the past, encouraging Britons to reflect how communities can come together in times of challenge. The tradition of the monarch’s Christmas broadcast dates back to 1932 and was first delivered by George V. It has since become a staple of the holiday for many Britons.

King Charles preaches spiritual unity in Christmas message

The White House will present plans for its ballroom construction at the National Capital Planning Commission (NCPC) meeting next month.The “East Wing Modernization Project” was added to the agenda of the Jan. 8 NCPC meeting, during which administration officials will give an “information presentation” on its controversial project.

White House to reveal ballroom project details with planning group in January

President Donald Trump said the U.S. launched a “powerful and deadly" strike against Islamic State forces in Nigeria, after weeks of accusing their government of failing to rein in the persecution of Christians.

Trump says US struck Islamic State targets in Nigeria

"It’s rare for me to outright reject a name or name trend, but ... "Some parents draw baby name inspiration from sources like family history, geography or even their favorite foods and brands. Others look to literature, music and pop culture. Still others get ideas from a more surprising source: weapons.

This Aggressive Baby Name Trend Is 'Alarming' Experts

It's the season of giving, and in the spirit of the holidays, NFL fans are treated to a tripleheader of games today.The NFL was feeling generous when it made its schedule for Christmas day. All three games today feature divisional rivals facing off.The Dallas Cowboys will kick off the holiday action against the Washington Commanders in the first game.

What NFL games are on today? Channels, TV schedule for Week 17 games on Christmas

Fans of the hit Netflix series "Stranger Things" were upside down with excitement on Christmas Day as they waited to unwrap the present of three brand new episodes Thursday night.Netflix is scheduled to release the second of a three-part drop in the show's final season at 8 p.m.

Netflix drops 3 new episodes of 'Stranger Things' on Christmas Day

TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) - The Arizona Department of Public Safety is investigating after a body was found in a vehicle parked on the side of Interstate 19.The AZDPS says the discovery was made in the southbound lanes near kilometer 77 about 8:00 p.m. on December 25.

Body found in vehicle on Interstate 19

10 Things Baby Boomers Will Always DefendYou have probably heard a Boomer in your life swear by vinyl records, real engines, and a good firm handshake. These loyalties are more than nostalgia; they are blueprints for how life should work, even when the world changes around us.

10 Things Baby Boomers Will Always Defend

Every week for the duration of the 2025 regular season, USA TODAY Sports will provide timely updates to the NFL's ever-evolving playoff picture − typically starting Sunday afternoon and then moving forward for the remainder of the week (through Monday's and Thursday's games or Saturday's, if applicable.

NFL playoff picture Week 17: Detroit Lions try to stay alive on Christmas

Music star George Michael is known for his chart-topping hits and incredible talent, but his life was marred by personal troubles and his sudden death in 2016.George Michael’s sudden death on Christmas Day 2016 sent shockwaves around the world.The star, who went on to enjoy a hugely successful solo career and garnered legions of fans with his music since the 1980s.

Inside George Michael's autopsy after his tragic death on Christmas Day

While one of the largest Powerball jackpots has been claimed by someone in Arkansas, the Mega Millions prize is continuing to grow into the next major jackpot.No one won Tuesday's Mega Millions jackpot, making the Friday, Dec. 26, drawing worth at least $125 million (or $56.9 million lump sum option).

Mega Millions jackpot tops $100 million. See jackpot, odds

Man cut in half by forklift truck reveals his new dreams and the one thing he misses the mostLoren Schauers' life changed irreversibly in a matter of seconds when he was just 18 years old.He was faced with a level of excruciating pain unimaginable to most people when he suffered a horrific accident which saw him literally cut in half.

Man cut in half by forklift truck reveals the one thing he misses most

King Charles continues to put his own stamp on his annual Christmas Day message.Queen Elizabeth often delivered her address from her desk at her Buckingham Palace residence, often with family photographs in view. This year, King Charles recorded his message at the Lady Chapel in Westminster Abbey.

King Charles breaks tradition with Christmas speech

Melania Trump was not pictured with her husband, President Donald Trump, and the rest of the Trump family in a festive photo shared on social media as she cared for her sick motherMelania Trump's absence from the family's 2023 Christmas photo has been clarified following questions about the First Lady's whereabouts.

Melania Trump sparked alarming fears after being missing from family Christmas photo

As the December sun set over central Utah’s sandstone peaks, a couple ventured down a nondescript dirt road to snap photos against the backdrop of a red rock vista. Instead, they stumbled across a grisly discovery among smattered shrubs and parched soil: the decomposed remains of a little girl.

How a backroad discovery led to the arrest of Melodee Buzzard’s mother in the child’s ‘calculated’ killing

As the end of the year approaches, millions of Brits will be booking their long-awaited 2026 getaway.In the first six months of 2025, more than 3.8million passports were issued in the United Kingdom.But what often shocks people is that, despite thousands of potential colour options, more than 90 per cent of the world's passports fall into just four tones: red, blue, green and black.

Why passports only come in four colours and what each one means

Jimmy Kimmel may have wrapped up his final show of 2025, but his criticisms of President Donald Trump have not gone on holiday break.The late-night talk show host spoke to U.K. TV audiences in an alternative Christmas message on Britain's Channel 4, where he said "tyranny is booming" in the United States.

Jimmy Kimmel calls Trump 'King Donny VIII' in UK Christmas message

Annual report details aggressive new nuclear attack posture, hypersonic missile development and aircraft carrier constructionThe Chinese military is continuing a massive, decades-long arms buildup, including a shift in nuclear force doctrine that increases the danger of a direct attack on the U.S., according to the Pentagon’s annual China military power report.

Massive Chinese military buildup threatens U.S. homeland

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A strong storm system that brought relentless winds, rain and snowfall to California this week was expected to ease Friday, but there was still a risk of high surf along the coast, flash flooding near Los Angeles and avalanches in the Sierra Nevada.Waves near the San Francisco Bay Area could reach up to 25 feet Friday, parts of Southern California were at risk of flooding, and avalanches could hit the Lake Tahoe area, officials warned.

California rain may ease but more mudslides, flooding possible, forecasters say

Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg confirms Alain Rodriguez Colina passed away on Christmas Day, more than seven weeks after the Nov. 4 disasterNTSB releases preliminary report on UPS plane crashFormer NTSB investigator Charley Pereira joins ‘Fox & Friends’ to analyze a new report on the UPS plane crash in Louisville, noting no official cause has been determined and reviewing footage showing the left engine breaking loose during takeoff.

UPS plane crash in Louisville claims 15th victim weeks after fiery takeoff failure

Jim was told there was nothing to be done and some patients choose to let nature run its courseA doctor has warned against “jumping to conclusions” after a woman claimed her husband’s cancer was reversed after she put dandelion root in his water. Pegi Robinson shared how her husband, Jim, was at first diagnosed with colon cancer that had gone to his liver and lymph nodes.

Doctor explains what happened after dandelion 'cured' man's deadly cancer

This year, McDonald's is celebrating its 70th birthday—no small feat given that many other popular chain restaurants have met their demise in recent years. In fact, McD's seems to have veered in the complete opposite direction of some of its competitors. As of this year, McDonald's has the highest brand value of any restaurant in the world, clocking in at over 40 billion dollars.

10 Secrets McDonald’s Employees Aren't Supposed To Tell You

Snoop Dogg took center stage as the halftime headliner for Netflix's NFL Christmas Gameday Live match between the Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings.The rapper appeared in the U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis dressed head-to-toe in red, sporting a double-breasted suit topped with a long, fur-trimmed coat.

Who Performed With Snoop Dogg At NFL Halftime? List of Artists, Songs

In this articleThe holidays may be over, but Quince is back with its final sale of the year. The brand has become one of our favorites for everything from dresses and cashmere to bath towels and protein powders. Today only, you’ll find markdowns of up to 30 percent off on cashmere, washable silk, luggage, home goods, and more.

Quince’s Last Sale of the Year Is Today Only

Stellantis is not my best friend right nowAfter a man purchased a used Ram and discovered that he had not been given the proper information about the truck’s warranty. Now, he’s embarked on an ongoing investigation to determine exactly what had happened to the warranty.

‘It’s Got A Clean Carfax’: Man Buys Used Ram. Then The Dealership Tells Him It’s ‘Restricted’

A TikTok video showing a traveler’s worst luggage nightmare has gone viral on TikTok.The clip was shared by @kelssssricardoooo and has amassed over 2.6 million views since it was posted on December 1. Text overlaid on the video reads: "Thinking about the time my mom’s luggage came out like this."

Tourist Mortified As Mom’s Bag Arrives After Flight—and There’s a Problem

From hidden bottle storage to the perfect punch-stirring surface, see how this clever furniture swap maximizes space without sacrificing styleThe finest home bars serve as more than mere storage for bottles and glassware; they act as a design-led focal point within a living or dining room.A successful home bar requires both generous storage and a practical surface for crafting cocktails.

Goldie Hawn’s Rustic Console Table Is the Sophisticated and Functional Design Alternative to the Traditional Bar Cart – And It's Oddly Replicable

Catholic school's student government association blocks conservative organization twice, citing student discomfortPresident of TPUSA chapter twice denied by university's student government vows to fight: 'not backing down'A student at Loyola University New Orleans who has twice been denied the opportunity to start a Turning Point USA chapter on campus vowed at the conservative organization's annual AmericaFest conference that she would keep fighting.